We use an integrated pest management system – no pesticide is applied unless an economic threshold is needed. Weed control is done by hand or mechanical cultivation. Another practice is the use of mulch, which also conserves moisture and avoids possible soil erosion. Bees are used for pollination.
Stojan’s offers a variety of vegetables from sweet corn to several kinds of winter squash. October isn’t the only month for pumpkins. Consider adding pumpkins to your fall diet Read more
Fresh at the Market:
beets, blackberries, fall flowers, greens, heirlooms (portland), honey crisps, lamb, macintosh apples, peppers, pork, potatoes, raspberries, squash (summer), squash (winter), sweet corn, swiss chard… and much more!
Chef’s Demo:
Chef Jeremy Lycan of Niche
Kids Corner:
Homemade applesauce
Dianne Peterson – talking about water … will have stainless steel water bottles for sale from Klean Kanteen
Special Guest:
Dave Coulter – Arborist for the city of Geneva
If you have question on Ash Borer in Geneva check out the city’s info
http://www.geneva.il.us/BulletinBoard/emeraldashborer.htm
Winner of the Wine and Local food basket:
B.J. German of Geneva
… and much more!
Amaranth, a warm weather version of Spinach…can be eaten raw or cooked with olive oil and garlic…
Jeremy Lycan of Niche Restaurant
Chef Jeremy Lycan, of Niche Restaurant, in Geneva, IL
Talking about plastic bags and how we can bring our own to the market. Decorating our own bags!
